ScienceAugust 21, 2026
telematic
tel-uh-MAT-ik
Definition
Pertaining to the integrated use of telecommunications and informatics to transmit and receive data over long distances, often used in vehicles or machinery.
Etymology
The word is a portmanteau derived from 'telecommunications' and 'informatics,' a term popularized in the late 20th century to describe the technology of sending data over telecommunications networks.
In the news
The article describes how telematic technology in modern farm equipment collects and transmits operational data, which is essential for advancements like field mapping.
Scientists discover how to make plants absorb more nitrogen
Read the full article ↗Farm Progress